Burt Munro set a Motorcycle Speed Record in 1967 with his homebuilt 1920 Indian Scout and his inspirational story was captured in the highly acclaimed movie ‘The World’s Fastest Indian’. Visit movie location sites as well as real life places from Burt’s extraordinary life.
 

Location: Invercargill, Winton & Central Southland
Suggested Time: 2 days

Experience the crystal clear fresh water of the Mataura River or try your luck at catching local delicacies from the waters of rugged Stewart Island.
 

Location: Stewart Island, Gore & Eastern Southland
Suggested Time: 3 days

Discover the rich farmland that Southland is renowned for and try your hand at farm life. Then bask in the beauty of Invercargill’s magnificent parks and gardens.
 

Location: Invercargill, Lumsden & Northern Southland , Winton & Central Southland , Riverton, Tuatapere & Western Southland , Te Anau & Fiordland
Suggested Time: 3 days

Invercargill abounds with superb parks and gardens. Take time to explore the beauty of nature at its most noble and preservation at its proudest. 
 

Location: Invercargill
Suggested Time: 1 day

Gore offers a magnificent selection of parks and gardens and stunning displays no matter what time of year. 
 

Location: Gore & Eastern Southland
Suggested Time: 1 day

From restored heritage buildings to an art collection of world class standard, Southland offers a rich display of local and international arts and culture.
 

Location: Gore & Eastern Southland, Invercargill
Suggested Time: 3 days

The renaissance of Invercargill has seen the growth of a modern and vibrant centre where heritage buildings have been lovingly restored.

Location: Invercargill
Suggested Time: 1/2 or full day

Southland has a treasure chest of art galleries and museums. Local and international exhibitions will satisfy every taste of art as well as a wealth of informative historical displays.

Location: Invercargill & Bluff
Suggested Time: 2 days

Southland offers an explorer paradise of rugged coastlines and vast untouched landscapes. Immerse your senses in an unsurpassed experience of alpine and coastal walks.  

Location: Stewart Island, Catlins, Riverton, Tuatapere & Western Southland
Suggested Time: 4 days

Winding across some of New Zealand's wildest land, the track leads hikers through parts of Fiordland National Park, along alpine ridges, through lush forest and to deserted beaches of the south coast of the South Island.
 

Location: Riverton, Tuatapere & Western Southland
Suggested Time: 3 days

As one of New Zealand’s Great Walks, the Rakiura track offers a 29 kilometre loop track abundant in native plant life and diverse scenery.  Traverse along the bush line taking in stunning coastal views, historical sites and native bird and bush. 
 

Location: Stewart Island
Suggested Time: 3 days

Meander along one of Stewart Island's many short walks, basking in the crisp fresh air and abundant native plant and bird life.
 

Location: Stewart Island
Suggested Time: 15 minutes - 7 hours

Regardless of the weather, Invercargill offers the whole family a day of entertainment and fun.

Location: Invercargill
Suggested Time: Various

For those short on time, here are some quick ideas for activities around Southland.

Location: Gore & Eastern Southland, Catlins, Invercargill, Winton & Central Southland , Riverton, Tuatapere & Western Southland
Suggested Time: Half day

For a fun filled day that won't cost a cent, Invercargill offers a wide range of activities for all the family.
 

Location: Invercargill
Suggested Time: Various

A unique journey that captures the very best of the south on a road less travelled.
 

Location: Catlins, Invercargill & Bluff, Riverton, Tuatapere & Western Southland , Te Anau & Fiordland
Suggested Time: 3 days

Explore more of this road less travelled and discover the best that the south has to offer.

Location: Stewart Island, Catlins, Invercargill, Riverton, Tuatapere & Western Southland , Te Anau & Fiordland, Bluff
Suggested Time: 6 days

Thirty kilometres south of Invercargill and nestled above Foveaux Strait, lies the port town of Bluff, home to the iconic Bluff Oyster and the gateway to Stewart Island.
 

Location: Invercargill, Bluff
Suggested Time: 1 day

Stewart Island is a truly magnificent, unspoilt paradise that has a true character of its own.
 

Location: Stewart Island
Suggested Time: 1 day

A day of culture and heritage beckons in the southern rural town of Gore. And for added adventure take to the skies for spectacular views of Southland’s rural scenery.
 

Location: Gore & Eastern Southland
Suggested Time: 1 day

Stunning coastlines follow the road from Riverton to Tuatapere where you can guarantee a day of dramatic sea views, windswept beaches and quaint seaside towns.
 

Location: Riverton, Tuatapere & Western Southland
Suggested Time: 1 day

Experience the dramatic beauty of this World Heritage area.
 

Location: Te Anau & Fiordland
Suggested Time: 1 day

Queenstown is the adventure capital of New Zealand and a destination for all seasons.
 

Location: Neighbouring Regions
Suggested Time: 1 day

Walk amongst natural history and see wildlife in their natural habitat.
 

Location: Stewart Island, Catlins, Invercargill & Bluff
Suggested Time: 3 days

Southland and Fiordland are a haven for New Zealand's endemic wildlife and home to New Zealand's 'Small Five'.  Travel along the Southern Scenic Route to spot these rare and indigenous creatures.

Location: Stewart Island, Catlins, Invercargill, Riverton, Tuatapere & Western Southland , Te Anau & Fiordland
Suggested Time: 3-4 days